Canon has released new firmware for the EF 200-400mm f/4L IS 1.4x. Changes in firmware Firmware Version 1.1.0 is incorporated with the following correction. Corrects a phenomenon in which the subject may not be in focus on some occasions when using this lens with some camera models (*) and performing AF shooting from approximately 3m

The Sigma 70mm f/2.8 DG Macro Art series lens which was announced ahead of CP+ in February of this year will finally be available for preorder on Friday, May 11, 2018. Pricing for the new lens will likely have to wait until the preorders open up

Nikkei just published a new article ahead of the Nikon’s yearly financial results announcement titled ” Nikon sees 30% profit boost on demand for panel-producing gear, Camera maker’s cost-cutting and reforms show signs of working “: “Nikon’s operating profit is expected to jump 30% to 70 billion yen ($640 million) in the current fiscal year ending March 2019, as its structural reforms bear fruit and capital investment in places like China lifts sales of its large display-making equipment.” And also: “Nikon will have a monopoly on next-generation equipment capable of making large flat-panel displays.” (pictured above) Nikon’s sales are also expected to be up mainly because of its precision equipment business. Here is a quote from Nikkei on the camera business: “Meanwhile, the market for Nikon’s mainstay single-lens reflex cameras is shrinking. But the company aims to offset the decline with structural reforms it began in fiscal 2016